Daewoo Nexia Hatchback
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The car may be suffering from high depreciation, but this has actually benefited me - the second-hand buyer. I bought my GLXI (top spec) in A1 condition with a very low mileage, for a very low price! An absolute bargain!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Low insurance costs, low tax costs, low servicing costs (through independant garages), fault-free mechanicals (so far), but misses top score due to average fuel economy.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Comfortable seats, good adjustments, is acceptable for any type and length of journey and is easy to park (with PAS). However, the car has a very poor ride quality.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Adequate acceleration and braking performance. 70mph at 3500rpm is good enough for me.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have owned the car for nearly a year and have driven almost 20,000 trouble-free miles. Have wasted money on year's breakdown cover!

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not a priority for me, however some of my colleagues given positive points for its looks and colour. So I suppose it is not bad...

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Comfortable seats and cabin, though short on legroom and ease of getting in and out of the car. Comfort is affected severely by poor ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Could be improved with an alarm system and a better engine immobilising system.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not used Daewoo service centers.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Minor faults with the original car stereo system (poor radio reception), erratic central locking system, rattles and squeeks and slow electric window lifts.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes